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Steamed Asparagus

Steamed Asparagus is delicious with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of salt, but it's also a useful culinary technique to master. Steaming asparagus, or any vegetable, is a pro-level tip to prep veggies for quick cooking later.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings (1/2 cup each)
Calories: 23 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch asparagus spears trimmed and cut to fit in steamer basket (about 1 pound)

Instructions

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  1. In a medium or large saucepan, add 1 inch of water. Add steamer basket (with feet extended) and bring to boil over medium-high heat. Add asparagus to steamer basket.
  2. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and steam for 4 to 6 minutes (or until desired doneness is reached).

Notes

  • One bunch (about 1 pound) is enough for 4 side-dish servings, about 1/2 to 1 cup each.
  • Asparagus: Look for firm, thin stalks with tightly closed tips. While available all year round, spring is the best time to buy fresh asparagus. Trim stalks into pieces about the same size and fit in the steamer basket, or chop into smaller pieces so they cook evenly.
  • Yield: One bunch (about 1 pound) is enough for 4 side-dish servings, about 1/2 to 1 cup each.
  • Storage: Store leftovers covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Information

Serving 0.5 cup Calories 23kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 0.1g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.04g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Sodium 2mg (0%) Potassium 227mg (6%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 851IU (17%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 27mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings (1/2 cup each)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 23

% Daily Value*

Serving 0.5 cup
Calories 23kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 0.1g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.04g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Sodium 2mg 0%
Potassium 227mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 851IU 17%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 27mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.